West Midlands Police said: “We’ve arrested a man after another man was stabbed in Alum Rock this afternoon (Tues). We were called to Bridge Road after at 12.06pm following reports another man had been seriously injured.

“Firearms officers were deployed to the incident as part of our response. A 32-year-old man has been arrested in connection with the stabbing and is currently in police custody.

“A woman also sustained injuries not believed to be life-threatening or changing… We would urge witnesses or people with information, including mobile phone or dashcam footage, to please contact us on 101 quoting log number 2105 of 3 March. Alternatively, call Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555111.”

Detective Superintendent James Munro from West Midlands Police, said: “We believe this to be a contained incident with a man in custody. We are reviewing CCTV footage and speaking to a number of people in the area. But would appeal to anyone who has any information to get in touch.

“We understand how deeply distressing and concerning this incident is and we will have extra officers in the area to offer reassurance to the community.”